Category: Africa
Coverage of Africa’s geopolitics, international relations, and current affairs. From elections and regional conflicts to economic development, trade, and diplomacy, this section explores how African nations shape global politics and respond to international challenges.
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Romuald Wadagni, Benin’s Minister of Finance, has secured a landslide victory in the country’s presidential election with more than 94 percent of the votes, according to provisional results confirmed by Sacca Lafia, head of the electoral commission. Lafia announced that over 90% of ballots had been counted, with turnout at 58.78%. Opposition candidate Paul Hounkpe…
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US-based mining firm KoBold Metals has launched what it describes as the world’s largest lithium exploration campaign in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), signalling a shift in mineral discovery through advanced technology and foreign investment. The initiative spans over 3,000 square kilometres across 13 licences, centred on the Manono region, now recognised as a…
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MBenin heads to the polls to elect a new president on Sunday (12 April), marking the end of President Patrice Talon’s two-term rule. The vote is expected to favour his endorsed successor, amid debate over economic progress and democratic standards. Around eight million voters will choose between two candidates, with a run-off scheduled for 10…
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Djibouti’s President Ismail Omar Guelleh has claimed victory in the 2026 presidential election, securing a sixth consecutive term in the strategically important Horn of Africa state. Early results released by the electoral commission showed Guelleh, 78, winning more than 96% of the vote, ahead of Mohamed Farah Samatar, leader of the Unified Democratic Centre. •…
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Mali has formally endorsed Morocco’s Western Sahara autonomy plan, signalling a shift in regional diplomacy over the disputed territory. In a statement, the Malian Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed the transitional government would withdraw recognition of the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic and instead support autonomy under Moroccan sovereignty. Officials described the proposal as the “only…
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Coordinated attacks by Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) launched coordinated overnight attacks on multiple locations in Nigeria’s northeastern Borno state, killing an army general and several other soldiers, military sources said on Thursday (9 April). Nigeria’s Defence Headquarters confirmed an assault on a military base in Benisheikh, stating troops repelled the…
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Madagascar has declared a 15-day state of energy emergency on Tuesday (7 March), citing severe fuel supply disruptions linked to the conflict in the Middle East. In a cabinet statement, authorities said the measure enables urgent interventions to stabilise energy supply and maintain essential public services. The announcement follows reports of widespread fuel shortages across…
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Somalia is preparing to launch its first offshore oil drilling campaign, marking a significant step in its entry into the global energy market. A Turkish government-owned vessel is set to begin deepwater operations in the Arabian Sea, following seismic surveys that identified promising hydrocarbon reserves beneath offshore basins. Petroleum Minister Dahir Shire described the development…
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The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has confirmed it will receive deported migrants from the United States under a third-country migration agreement introduced by the administration of President Donald Trump. In a statement, the Congolese Ministry of Communications said arrivals are expected in April 2026, describing the arrangement as “temporary” and aligned with commitments…
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Cameroon’s parliament has approved a constitutional amendment reintroducing the role of vice president, in a move framed by authorities as a safeguard for political continuity. In a joint session of the National Assembly and Senate, lawmakers voted 200 to 18, with four abstentions, to pass the bill. President Paul Biya, in power since 1982, must…
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